Spearmint Leaf Cut and Sifted 4 oz (Hierbabuena) for Spearmint Tea

Dried spearmint leaf, cut and sifted, 4 oz. Mentha spicata, grown and harvested in Egypt, and known as hierbabuena in Spanish. One ingredient, nothing added.

Hierbabuena in English is spearmint

If you came here looking for the English word, that is it. Hierbabuena is Mentha spicata, and Mentha spicata is what is in this bag. You will also see it spelled hierba buena or yerba buena. Be aware that yerba buena is used for a different plant in some places, so this page is telling you what is in our bag rather than settling the wider argument.

What it looks like

Small irregular leaf pieces, roughly the size of a tea leaf, matt sage green through to olive, with a few fine stem fragments. Cut and sifted, which means cut into pieces and screened. Not powder and not whole leaf.

How to make spearmint tea

Add 1 teaspoon of spearmint leaf to 8 fl oz of boiling water, cover and steep for 5 to 10 minutes, then strain and drink. Keep it covered while it steeps, which is what the bag directs. Good hot and good over ice.

Is this the same as dried mint?

Yes, for most purposes. Spearmint is a mint, and when a recipe says dried mint this is usually the one it means. What it is not is peppermint, which is a different plant with a much sharper menthol edge.

What it tastes like

Cool, sweet and clean. Softer and rounder than peppermint, without the cold menthol bite, and with no bitterness.

The other way it is used

Beyond the tea, the label lists spearmint tincture. The cut leaf also goes into cooking, where dried mint is standard.

What is in the bag

Cut and sifted spearmint leaf and nothing else. One ingredient, no fillers, no additives, no flavouring. Naturally caffeine free.

Where it comes from

Organic or wildcrafted. Country of origin Egypt, printed on the bag.

How to store it

Tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C), as printed on the bag.

Frequently asked questions

What is hierbabuena in English?
Spearmint. The plant is Mentha spicata, and that is exactly what this bag holds, 4 oz of it, cut and dried. You will also see the spellings hierba buena, yerbabuena and yerba buena. One thing worth knowing: in some regions yerba buena refers to a different plant altogether, so if you are shopping from a recipe, check the botanical name rather than the common one.

Is spearmint the same as mint?
Spearmint is one of the mints, and it is the one most recipes mean when they say dried mint. Peppermint is the other common one and it is noticeably sharper. If you want the softer, sweeter cup, this is it.

How do you make spearmint tea?
Add 1 teaspoon of cut and sifted spearmint leaf to 8 fl oz of boiling water. Cover and steep 5 to 10 minutes, then strain. Enjoy hot or over ice.

Does spearmint tea have caffeine?
No. Spearmint is naturally caffeine free, so there is no caffeine in the cup.

What does spearmint tea taste like?
Cool, sweet and minty, softer and less sharp than peppermint. No bitterness.

Is loose leaf spearmint better than tea bags?
Loose cut and sifted leaf lets you control the strength and brews a fresher, fuller cup than the fine dust in most tea bags. Because the cut is fine, a fine mesh strainer or an infuser is worth having.

Where can I buy dried spearmint leaves?
Here. This is 4 oz of organic or wildcrafted cut and sifted spearmint leaf from Egypt, one ingredient. Orders leave in 1 to 2 business days, and we ship worldwide with duty pre paid for most countries. The rest of the range is in loose leaf herbs and teas.

¿Qué es la hierbabuena?
La hierbabuena es la hoja de Mentha spicata. En inglés se llama spearmint. Nuestra bolsa trae 4 oz de hoja de hierbabuena orgánica o silvestre de Egipto, cortada y cernida, un solo ingrediente, sin cafeína. Agregue 1 cucharadita a 8 fl oz de agua hirviendo, tape y deje reposar de 5 a 10 minutos.

PRECAUTIONS

• Not for use during pregnancy or nursing.
• Not recommended for anyone under 18.
• Individuals with known medical conditions should consult a physician before use.
• Keep out of reach of children.

DIRECTIONS:

To make spearmint tea, add 1 teaspoon of spearmint leaf to 8 fl oz of boiling water. Cover and steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain, then enjoy, hot or over ice. Spearmint leaf is also traditionally prepared as a tincture.

Store tightly closed in a dry place at room temperature, 59 to 86°F (15 to 30°C).

• Processing Time: Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days.
• Refunds: 100% satisfaction guarantee. Contact within 30 days of receipt, return unused portions at your expense, and receive a full refund upon receipt.
• Customs Duty Tax: Pre-paid and covered for most countries.